I just sent this to ODNR. I will let you know what they say. 

Sent from my iPad

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> From: Sue Tackett <[log in to unmask]>
> Date: July 2, 2016 at 7:43:40 AM EDT
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Nature Preserves
> 
> I recently visited Spring Valley Preserve in Greene/Warren Counties. I was shocked at the condition of the cattail marsh. I have been birding this area since 1988, enjoyed the fact that this was a natural wetland in my area with many rare birds for the area breeding here.  I visited the ranger area, saw no one, saw a VERY big new paved drive and parking lot, four or five state trucks, plenty of money spent there!  
> 
> Can you please explain to me why this was allowed to happen?  Care of the area has consistently fallen over the years, but I cannot believe you let the marsh die!  I love to walk the circular path around the area but this has become almost impossible because of no maintenance. 
> 
> Please reply, Sue Tackett
> 
> Sent from my iPad

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